Moving Compressed Gas Cylinders Osha

Moving Compressed Gas Cylinders Osha FAQ

How do you store compressed gas cylinders?

When storing compressed cylinders, AWS recommends: Secure cylinders upright with a chain or strap in a proper cylinder cart. Store cylinders at least 20 feet from combustible materials in a dry, ventilated place. Keep oxygen cylinders at least 20 feet from fuel gas cylinders.

What are hazards associated with compressed gases?

Hazards associated with compressed gases include oxygen displacement, fires, explosions, and toxic gas exposures, as well as the physical hazards associated with high pressure systems. Special storage, use, and handling precautions are necessary in order to control these hazards.

What is a compressed gas cylinder?

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What are compressed gases?

Compressed gasses are gasses that are stored under pressure in cylinders. The three major types of compressed gasses are liquefied gasses, non-liquefied gasses and dissolved gasses. The pressure of the gas in a cylinder is usually recorded as pounds per square inch gauge (psig) or kilopascals.